Application Specialist Intern Review
by Bloomberg
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
5.0
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The Company
5.0
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The Culture
5.0
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
The internship was very well structured - constantly challenging and overall an excellent experience.
Colleagues and managers are all very friendly - great work environment where everyone can be there authentic self. Even senior co-workers were engaged in my work and enabled me to develop.
I was given support and guidance by my manager but at the same time I was not treated differently than anyone else in my team and I was expected to work independently.
Workload was quite cyclical, sometimes I was very busy and at other times there was less work.
In the beginning of the internship we were told to "make our marks". Which is exactly what the experience is about. Essentially, how much responsibility you are given is entirely up to you. The more initiative you take, and the harder you work - the more responsibility you will be given. Some of my projects were rolled out globally and I know plenty of interns who have made a significant impact.
With regards to my studies I can't see how it would make a significant difference. However, in terms of my future career, the internship will be invaluable. I have learnt how an organization work, and how individuals within it operate. You constantly have to improve your interpersonal skills which will be crucial going forward. Also great insights into the world of finance.
The Company
Great! Bloomberg really values their employees and everyone is friendly.
Very well structured.
They really invest in their employees and interns are especially important.
Subsidised Canteen
Financial Bonus
Plenty of routes within the firm.
The Culture
London is London - very expensive.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Banking, Information Technology
London
September 2017
